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How to Grow and Care for Simple desert agave

Simple desert agave, also known as Century plant, Mescal

Simple desert agave is a hardy and drought-tolerant plant, thriving in well-drained soil with minimal water. Special care points include ensuring adequate sun exposure and preventing water-logging to protect its root system from rot. With these considerations, simple desert agave is low-maintenance and suitable for novice gardeners.

Watering schedule: Every 1-2 weeks

Sunlight Requirements: Full sun

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Planting and Growing Simple desert agave

Toughness	High
Care Level	Low
Care Difficulty	Easy
Lifespan	Perennial
Watering Schedule	Every 1-2 weeks
Sunlight Requirements	Full sun
Soil pH	6-7.5
Hardiness Zones	5-12

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Simple desert agave is a succulent featuring compact rosettes reaching up to 2 feet (60 cm) in diameter. Its leaves, gray and sturdy, span 2-3 inches (5-7.5 cm) in width and 8-16 inches (20-40 cm) in length, with a pronounced central groove. Margins are etched with small, evenly spaced teeth. In early to mid-summer, simple desert agave produces a striking 8-13 feet (2.4-4 m) tall branched inflorescence, crowned with clusters of bright yellow flowers.